The Murray County Historical Society is a non-profit organization dedicated to the collection, preservation, interpretation, and dissemination of Murray County’s history.

The society was established in 1934 and operates the Murray County Historical Museum in cooperation with the Murray County Board of Commissioners.  The Wornson Log Cabin, Koch Cabin at Lake Shetek State Park, the Country School No. 1 at End-O-Line Railroad Park, and the Dinehart-Holt House were restored by the society.

The Historical Society collects and maintains the material history of the county for the benefit of its residents and visitors.  Vital records and historical objects that define the nature and culture of Murray County can be found in the museum’s collections.

The Murray County Historical Society is funded by support from its members, donations from museum visitors, contributions from the city of Slayton and local groups, and the support of the Murray County Board of Commissioners.

We are always looking for new members to join the Murray County Historical Society, if interested please contact the Murray County Museum, P.O. Box 61, Slayton, MN 56172, phone 507-836-6533.

You can also print, fill out, and mail the below forms to the MCHS to become a member. Individual, Family, and Business memberships are available! 

Click here to download the Individual and Family Membership Form.

Click here to download the Business Membership Form.

Staff:

Nicholas Demuth, Museums Director
Murray County Historical Museum, Dinehart Holt House, End-O-Line Railroad Park and Museum
(507) 836-6533
jetrheim@co.murray.mn.us

Ann Muecke, Site Supervisor
Murray County Historical Museum, Dinehart Holt House
(507) 836-1130
ann.muecke@co.murray.mn.us

Jake Halverson, Site Supervisor
End-O-Line Railroad Park and Museum
(507) 763-3708
Jacob.Halverson@co.murray.mn.us

William Wassennaar, Southwestern MN Oppportunites Council SCSEP Worker

Murray County Historical Society Board of Directors:
Brain Harmsen                President
Linda Wing                      Vice President/Secretary
Brad Bergerson               Treasurer
Kyle Vos
Romane Dold
Colleen Gengler
Brian Gass
Lennie Carlson
Judy Horn
James Jens
Lori Gunnick                   County Commissioner Ex Officio